BMC to unveil Linux Web site

Management software company BMC Software will unveil a Linux-focused Web site called LinuxValue.com on Monday as part of an attempt to accelerate adoption of the operating system, the company said. The site will include news stories, interviews, tips, case studies, analyst views, book reviews and other information.

BMC is one of a host of companies eager to support Linux now that the operating system is making gains among business customers. The Houston-based company also will include a spreadsheet for calculating Linux costs and downloads of free BMC software for company customers.